Al-Maghreb Two-Week Intensive

This course is designed for travelers with no background in Arabic who seek a deeper understanding of Morocco during their journey.  The course consists of a two-hour Moroccan Arabic class every morning, followed by excursions in the afternoon.  These cultural activities may include a tour of mederssas in the Fez Medina, meetings with Muslim scholars, attendance at a Sufi night, a visit to the Roman ruins at Volubilis, and lessons in Arabic calligraphy and Moroccan cuisine.  During the second week, two of the afternoons will be spent volunteering with local aid organizations.  This gives students the opportunity to use the Arabic that they have learned and to help the community.

Over the weekend, we offer optional overnight trips to a variety of locations in Morocco.

Each Al-Maghreb session will be slightly different depending on the time of year and events happening in Fez.  Please contact the Centre for more information about the session that you wish to attend.